Fluke tix660 User manual

September 2014, Rev.1, 9/16
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TiX620, TiX640, TiX660,
TiX1000
Thermal Imager
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LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
This Fluke product will be free from defects in material and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase. This
warranty does not cover fuses, disposable batteries, or damage from accident, neglect, misuse, alteration, contamination, or
abnormal conditions of operation or handling. Resellers are not authorized to extend any other warranty on Fluke’s behalf.
To obtain service during the warranty period, contact your nearest Fluke authorized service center to obtain return
authorization information, then send the product to that Service Center with a description of the problem.
THIS WARRANTY IS YOUR ONLY REMEDY. NO OTHER WARRANTIES, SUCH AS FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, ARE EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED. FLUKE IS NOT LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR LOSSES, ARISING FROM ANY CAUSE OR THEORY. Since some states or countries
do not allow the exclusion or limitation of an implied warranty or of incidental or consequential damages, this limitation of
liability may not apply to you.
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Table of Contents
Chapter Title Page
1 Before You Start........................................................................................................... 1-1
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 1-1
How to Contact Fluke..................................................................................................... 1-2
Safety Information .......................................................................................................... 1-3
Optional Accessories...................................................................................................... 1-7
Technical Description..................................................................................................... 1-7
Functional Principle ................................................................................................... 1-7
Description of the Functional Units............................................................................ 1-7
Lens...................................................................................................................... 1-7
Detector................................................................................................................ 1-10
Detector Electronics.............................................................................................. 1-10
Image Processing Electronics............................................................................... 1-10
Optomechanics..................................................................................................... 1-11
Controls ................................................................................................................ 1-11
Power Supply........................................................................................................ 1-11
Interfaces.............................................................................................................. 1-12
Technical Data........................................................................................................... 1-12
Unpacking and Control................................................................................................... 1-15
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Parts of the Thermal Imager.......................................................................................... 1-16
Quick Guide................................................................................................................... 1-18
Preparation ............................................................................................................... 1-19
Start .......................................................................................................................... 1-19
Display...................................................................................................................... 1-20
Setting the Focus...................................................................................................... 1-21
Setting the Temperature Range................................................................................ 1-21
Saving Images .......................................................................................................... 1-24
Saving with "Check"............................................................................................. 1-24
Quick Saving........................................................................................................ 1-24
Menu Functions ........................................................................................................ 1-25
Shut-Down ................................................................................................................ 1-25
Data Transmission to the Computer .............................................................................. 1-26
Start-Up ......................................................................................................................... 1-26
Hand Strap................................................................................................................ 1-26
Tripod........................................................................................................................ 1-26
Power Supply............................................................................................................ 1-26
Memory Card ............................................................................................................ 1-26
Lens Replacement.................................................................................................... 1-27
Operation using the Gigabit Ethernet (GigE) Interface.............................................. 1-27
Ethernet Cable and AC Adapter........................................................................... 1-28
AC Adapter Connection ....................................................................................... 1-28
Operation with Breakout Box .................................................................................... 1-28
2 Elements of the User Interface................................................................................... 2-1
Introduction.................................................................................................................... 2-1
Button Functions............................................................................................................ 2-3
Image Elements............................................................................................................. 2-5
Setting the Temperature Scale ...................................................................................... 2-7
Focus............................................................................................................................. 2-7
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LaserSharp®Auto Focus........................................................................................... 2-8
Permanent LaserSharp®Auto Focus......................................................................... 2-8
EverSharp Multifocal Recording ................................................................................ 2-8
Spot Editor ..................................................................................................................... 2-9
Saving ............................................................................................................................ 2-9
Saving with Check.......................................................................................................... 2-10
Quick Saving.................................................................................................................. 2-10
3 Display Menus.............................................................................................................. 3-1
Introduction .................................................................................................................... 3-1
Image Submenu............................................................................................................. 3-2
Manual Submenu ...................................................................................................... 3-3
Mode Submenu......................................................................................................... 3-5
Zoom Submenu......................................................................................................... 3-8
Palette Submenu....................................................................................................... 3-9
Elements Submenu ................................................................................................... 3-12
Isotherms Submenu .................................................................................................. 3-13
Filter Mode Submenu ................................................................................................ 3-15
Format (Subwindowing) Submenu ............................................................................ 3-15
File Menu ....................................................................................................................... 3-16
Directory Structure..................................................................................................... 3-16
Load Submenu .......................................................................................................... 3-16
Save Submenu.......................................................................................................... 3-19
IR Photonotes Submenu ........................................................................................... 3-22
Format SD Submenu................................................................................................. 3-23
Saving Format Submenu........................................................................................... 3-23
Measure Menu ............................................................................................................... 3-25
Spot Temperature Submenu ..................................................................................... 3-25
Measurement Definitions Submenu........................................................................... 3-26
Correction Submenu.................................................................................................. 3-31
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GPS Submenu.......................................................................................................... 3-35
Laser Submenu......................................................................................................... 3-35
Settings Menu................................................................................................................ 3-36
Calibration Submenu ................................................................................................ 3-36
Extras Submenu ....................................................................................................... 3-37
Automatic Submenu.................................................................................................. 3-38
Compensation Submenu .......................................................................................... 3-39
Buttons Submenu ..................................................................................................... 3-40
Digital Alarm Output Submenu.................................................................................. 3-43
Configuration Submenu ............................................................................................ 3-44
System Menu................................................................................................................. 3-46
Display Submenu...................................................................................................... 3-47
Regional Submenu ................................................................................................... 3-48
Date and Time Submenu.......................................................................................... 3-48
Menu Layout Submenu............................................................................................. 3-49
Menu Control Submenu............................................................................................ 3-50
Info Submenu............................................................................................................ 3-51
4 Maintenance................................................................................................................. 4-1
Introduction.................................................................................................................... 4-1
How to Clean ................................................................................................................. 4-1
Calibration ..................................................................................................................... 4-2
Environmental................................................................................................................ 4-2
Service........................................................................................................................... 4-2
Battery ........................................................................................................................... 4-3
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Chapter 1
Before You Start
Introduction
The TiX620, TiX640, TiX660, and TiX1000 Thermal
Imagers (the Product) are state-of-the-art thermography
systems for precise, quick, and non-contact measurement
of the surface temperature of objects.
These thermal imagers are designed for universal
application and can be used both as a mobile and as a
stationary device for measuring and storing temperature
values. The compact and resilient design and a high
degree of protection allow for industrial application even
in unfavorable external conditions. The low weight of the
device, as well as the long operating time of the
rechargeable battery allow for efficient use in this.
High measurement accuracy, precision optics with
extraordinary image quality, as well as the universal
interface concept for digital real-time thermography data
collection using GigE-Vision allow for using the thermal
imager in a wide variety of applications.
The thermal imager is equipped with a digital color video
camera in order to document the measuring situation on
photos. Infrared (IR) and visual light images, as well as
image sequences can be saved to SD and SDHC
(Secure Digital High Capacity) cards. For the purposes of
visualization, the thermography system is equipped with a
swivel-mounted color thin film transistor (TFT) viewfinder
and a pivot and swivel-mounted active color TFT display.
Diverse accessories and different software packages for
pre- and post-processing of the recordings turn the
product into a universal thermography system for a broad
range of applications.
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Typical fields of application of the thermography system
are:
•thermographic inspection of electrical and
mechanical systems
•optimization of components and assemblies
•material inspections
•control of process temperatures
•quality assurance
•building inspection and diagnostics
•research and development
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Before You Start
Safety Information 1
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Safety Information
A Warning identifies conditions and procedures that are
dangerous to the user. A Caution identifies conditions
and procedures that can cause damage to the Product or
the equipment under test.
 Warning
To prevent eye damage and personal injury:
•Do not look into the laser. Do not point
laser directly at persons or animals or
indirectly off reflective surfaces.
•Do not open the Product. The laser beam
is dangerous to eyes. Have the Product
repaired only through an approved
technical site.
•Do not locate the laser beam so that it is
at eye level when you install the
thermography system.
•The Product is equipped with an LED
light to illuminate the image. Avoid any
direct eye contact and do not point the
LED light at people, animals, or reflective
surfaces.
Additional laser warning information is on the case of the
Product, see Figure 1-1.
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Figure 1-1. Lens Cover Laser Warning
 Warning
To prevent possible electrical shock, fire, or
personal injury:
•Carefully read all instructions.
•Read all safety information before you
use the Product.
•Do not alter the Product and use only as
specified or the protection supplied by
the Product can be compromised.
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•Do not use the Product around explosive
gas, vapor, or in damp or wet
environments.
•Use this Product indoors only.
•Examine the case before you use the
Product. Look for cracks or missing
plastic. Carefully look at the insulation
around the terminals.
•Do not use the Product if it is altered or
damaged.
•Do not use the Product if it operates
incorrectly.
•Replace the batteries when the low
battery indicator shows to prevent
incorrect measurements.
•Remove the batteries if the Product is
not used for an extended period of time,
or if stored in temperatures above 50 °C.
If the batteries are not removed, battery
leakage can damage the Product.
•Batteries contain hazardous chemicals
that can cause burns or explode. If
exposure to chemicals occurs, clean
with water and get medical aid.
•Do not disassemble the battery.
•Do not short the battery terminals
together.
•Do not disassemble or crush battery
cells and battery packs.
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